N.Y. Public Health Law § 1388: Powers of the commissioner; emergencies

§ 1388. Powers of the commissioner; emergencies. In case of great and

imminent peril to the health of the general public from such hazards as

may be identified as resulting from exposure to toxic substances

emanating from landfills, the commissioner may declare the existence of

an emergency and take such measures and do such acts as he may deem

reasonably necessary and proper for the preservation and protection of

the public health.